
CCI Stock Forecast & Price Target
CCI Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Crown Castle is poised for growth, with Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) anticipated to rise by $35 million due to increased revenues, enhanced operational efficiencies, and reduced interest expenses. Additionally, the company expects a $25 million boost in Adjusted EBITDA, fueled by higher rental revenues and lower selling, general, and administrative expenses. As Crown Castle transitions to a standalone tower operator following the divestiture of its fiber business, these financial improvements suggest a strong outlook for its performance.
Bears say
Crown Castle's financial outlook is negatively impacted by rising interest rate risks and increased refinancing costs, which could strain profitability moving forward. Additionally, the company is experiencing macroeconomic challenges that are resulting in lower enterprise spending on new technology deployments and a slowdown in 5G rollout, contributing to a decline in site rental revenue, reported at $1.0 billion, down 5% year-over-year. Furthermore, with approximately 75% of its revenue concentrated among three major carriers, increasing consolidation within the telecommunications sector poses further risks to Crown Castle's long-term stability and growth.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Crown Castle International and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
CCI Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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